The E. J. McGuire Award of Excellence is awarded annually to the National Hockey League draft prospect who best exemplifies the "commitment to excellence through strength of character, competitiveness and athleticism" as selected by NHL Central Scouting at the NHL entry draft. The award is named for former NHL Director of Central Scouting E. J. McGuire.
Winners Key
YearWinnerDrafting teamRef 2015 Philadelphia Flyers 2016 (undrafted) 2017 New Jersey Devils 2018 Humboldt Broncos — 2019 Washington Capitals 2020 Philadelphia Flyers 2021 San Jose Sharks 2022 Montreal Canadiens 2023 Chicago Blackhawks 2024 Montreal Canadiens 2025 San Jose Sharks 2026 New York Rangers
See also List of National Hockey League awards
References